TIPS FOR CREATING A REALISTIC LANDSCAPE BUDGET
When you begin the process of landscaping you home, you will realize that the numbers add up quickly. Seattle is renowned as a great place to enjoy outdoor living throughout the year and there are almost limitless features which can be incorporated into your yard. With all of this potential sitting right outside your backdoor, it’s important to invest some time in researching your options and creating a realistic budget for the project. BASIC NUMBERS It can be very hard to begin to pencil in numbers for a landscape budget if you are new to the Seattle area or if you have never completed any major landscape projects in the past. But a good place to start is a very general number. According to House Logic, a budget of 10-15% of the value of your home is a realistic starting point. They also point out that though this could initially seem like a high number, keep in mind that a good landscape design can increase your property value by as much as 28%. So with a professional design...
